ETS - HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Stronghold Companies; La Porte, Junction (TX, TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator (Heavy) to join their team. This role involves operating overhead cranes to lift and position heavy machinery and materials while ensuring safety and compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in crane operation, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a physically demanding environment. This position offers opportunities for extensive travel across the U.S. and the chance to contribute to significant projects in the petrochemical industry. If you are dedicated to safety and excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in crane operation and rigging.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and load inspection.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to lift and position heavy loads.
• Maintain safety standards and communicate effectively on site.

Skills

Crane Operation

Safety Compliance

Load Inspection

Communication Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma

NCCER/NCCCO Certification

Class 'A' Driver's License

Tools

Overhead Crane

Hoisting Attachments

Job description

Overview

Summary/Objective: The position of an Equipment Operator (Heavy) is responsible for operating a traveling or stationary overhead crane to lift, move and position loads such as machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials using hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, or bucket. An Equipment Operator (Heavy) will perform work toward its projects’ goals of Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Service, and work as required to maximize the quality of the Company while maintaining the specified expectations of the client and ensuring a safe working environment while performing work. This position will conduct all Company business in accordance with Company policies and procedures and maintain professionalism throughout all business dealings, both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Operate traveling or stationary overhead crane to lift, move and position loads such as machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials using hoisting attachments such as hooks, sling, or bucket.
2. Operate multiple levels of cranes.
3. Observe load hookup and determine safety of load.
4. Manipulate or depress crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, and/or signal instructions.
5. Clean and maintain crane and hoisting mechanism.
6. Inspect crane for defective parts and notify Supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
7. Attach load to hook or another crane accessory prior to operating crane.
8. Inspect and lubricate cables, pulleys, guides, and drums.
9. Fuel and lubricate equipment.
10. Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and all other necessary paperwork.
11. Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
12. Assist with the cleaning and correct loading of company equipment and trailers.
13. Ensure a safe working environment while performing work in the client’s facilities.
14. Promptly report any job scope changes to the Foreman, Superintendent, and/or General Foreman.
15. Maintain communication with Supervisor while performing tasks.
16. Take leadership of assigned duties.
17. For safety reasons, read and speak fluent English.
18. Follow all Company Safety, Quality Control/Quality Assurance procedures and OSHA guidelines.
19. Maintain poise and focus under time constraints and adverse conditions.
20. Attend and complete trainings as required by the Company and client.
21. Pass all required drug/alcohol testing and background requirements.
22. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position will have some supervisory responsibilities.

Other Duties: Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice that are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

Work Environment: This job operates in a petrochemical/refinery environment. Exposure to cold working conditions during winter months and hot working conditions during the summer months. Exposure to noise; workers must wear protecting hearing equipment or frequently shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. In an emergency situation, exposure to hazardous chemicals may occur, and the use of a respirator is required. All employees will be required to be fit tested for the various respirators used as well as the ability to successfully pass a pulmonary function test (PFT).

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The position of an Equipment Operator (Heavy) can be extremely physical at times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required, and for long periods of time, to bend, stoop, walk, climb, squat, reach, kneel, push/pull, stand, sit, hand strength, and dexterity. An Equipment Operator (Heavy) will frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift more than 51 pounds. Must be able to work in confined spaces. Must be able to work at heights and be able to climb ladders and stairways and work off platforms. Move about on hands and feet, bending body downward and forward, bending leg and spine—working in a bent-over position. Ability to verbally communicate alarms or warnings clearly, concisely, loudly, and quickly. Clearly and quickly hear or otherwise sense alarms or warnings and take appropriate action, maintain equilibrium to prevent falling when moving, walking, standing, kneeling, or crouching—particularly on narrow, uneven, irregular, slippery surfaces, going up and down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, or other objects using hands, arms, feet, or legs. Sensing physical attributes such as size, shape, temperature, texture, or sharpness of an object by touching. Must possess foot agility and dexterity—operating pedals, foot controls, kick bars, and other similar tasks that require foot or toe motion. Grasp, grip, and/or apply pressure to an object with the fingers, palm, holding an object in the hand. Lift, raise or lower objects in a vertical direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects. Move objects backward, forward, in or out in a horizontal direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects. Pulling, exerting a steady backward, downward, upward, or outward force against an object—jerking, wrenching, stretching, towing, drawing, dragging, or tugging objects in sustained motion. Reaching, extending the hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction. See, read, write, and understand communication including directions, instructions, and warning signs. Ability to see and distinguish colors, to visually distinguish shapes and patterns, to accurately sense distances (depth perception), to accurately see objects and detect motion and wide angles (peripheral vision). Must meet OSHA promulgated standards as being physically able to safely operate.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a project-based position. Typical days and hours of work are variable/project dependent. Overtime work is common and may be required as job duties demand.

Travel: Travel is expected. Extensive travel throughout the U.S. and overnight stay for extended periods of time.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Stronghold is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Stronghold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent work experience and 5 years’ prior work experience in related industry. Knowledge of rigged and rigging equipment and crane/rigging hand signals. NCCER/NCCCO certification. Class “A” driver’s license and clean MVR.

Preferred Education and Experience: 6+ years’ prior work experience in related industry. Petrochemical/refinery experience. First Aid and CPR trained.